Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
8783164 Medicina Reproductiva y Embriología Clínica 2017 9 Pages PDF
Abstract
The subject and the procedure of receiving gametes as an option for parenthood can have a strong emotional impact on a couple. Knowing that their children will not have the same genes involves a major change in the experience of becoming parents. It therefore requires profound consideration. In addition to this, the individual partners and/or the couple will need psychological intervention to address a number of personal issues. The authors recommend that, prior to receiving gametes and embryos, patients should attend a series of counselling sessions that will focus on: 1) Assessment of the impact that infertility problems have had on the lives of patients, both individually and as a couple. 2) Grief management before receiving gametes. 3) Information, discussion and support. 4) Time to reflect and decide. 5) The necessary action required once the decision has been made.
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